Get all your news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One app.

Start reading

Get all your news in one place.

100’s of premium titles. One news app.

Start reading

The Latest Breaking News on Rugby Union

Welsh rugby bids fond farewell to celebrated trio with 352 caps between them

Alun Wyn Jones, Justin Tipuric and Leigh Halfpenny had a rousing send off in Wales’ 49-26 win over the Barbarians.

The Independent UK

England coach Shaun Wane wanted Tonga whitewash ‘so badly’

The hosts sealed a series clean sweep with a 26-4 victory.

The Independent UK

Maro Itoje sparkles on club return for Saracens in victory over Leicester

Maro Itoje scored for Saracens in their 32-17 victory over Leicester in the Premiership with the returning England players sparkling for the champions

The Guardian - UK

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Much-capped Wales trio given rousing send-off in victory over Barbarians

Leigh Halfpenny landed five conversions for Wales in a 49-26 win while Alun Wyn Jones captained a Barbarians side featuring Justin Tipuric.

The Independent UK

Elliott Whitehead ends international career with try as England whitewash Tonga

The hosts claimed a 26-4 victory and convincing series win.

The Independent UK

Amy Hardcastle and Tara-Jane Stanley lead England to 11-try rout of Wales

The hosts cruised to a 60-0 success at Headingley.

The Independent UK

Broken rib no barrier to NZ hero Charnze in Cup upset

New Zealand coach Michael Maguire says the bravery of fullback Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad to play through injury inspired a record-breaking Pacific Cup final win.

AAP

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

The Black Ferns postie who set the rugby world on fire

Black Fern Rochelle Martin has broken glass ceilings in both fire fighting and rugby, as a three-time World Cup champion. She's recognised as one of the pioneers of women's rugby in the new book, Our Game Makers.

Newsroom.co.nz

Saracens bring back England stars in bid to ignite title defence against Leicester

Owen Farrell and Maro Itoje are in the starting XV for the Premiership champions but the Tigers are resting their England World Cup players

The Guardian - UK

George North not thinking about international retirement

Centre has won 118 caps and scored 47 tries for Wales.

The Independent UK

Sports quiz of the week: South Africa, Ballon d’Or and Tyson Fury

Have you been following the big stories in football, rugby, cricket, pool, cycling, boxing and tennis?

The Guardian - UK

Warren Gatland urges Wales players to stake claim for Six Nations spot

Cardiff clash will pay tribute to trio of Wales international stars.

The Independent UK

Glasgow Warriors handed major injury blow as they await Huw Jones diagnosis

Glasgow Warriors captain Kyle Steyn has been ruled out for 10-12 weeks while they await the final diagnosis on Huw Jones' injury

The National (Scotland)

Edinburgh's Sebastian on Scotland World Cup disappointment and capital life

Javan Sebastian is 'loving' life at Edinburgh after enduring a frustrating World Cup with Scotland

The National (Scotland)

Get all your
news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One news app.

The Independent UK

Leigh Halfpenny has ‘an exciting challenge’ awaiting him after Wales retirement

New Zealand Super Rugby heavyweights Crusaders could be his next port of call.

The Independent UK

Hard work and family help Leeds centre Harry Newman live the dream with England

The 23-year-old has suffered some serious injuries.

The Guardian - UK

Wayne Barnes announces retirement after refereeing Rugby World Cup final

The 44-year-old’s officiated in 111 Tests and he said it was ‘clearly the right time’ for him to retire after overseeing the match between New Zealand and South Africa

The Independent UK

Marlie Packer and Abby Dow nominated for World Rugby Women’s Player of the Year

The England pair are among four nominees for the prestigious award after shining in their country’s grand slam triumph

Get all your
news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One news app.

The Independent UK

Rugby World Cup final referee Wayne Barnes announces retirement

The English official cited family reasons for his decision.

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup final referee Wayne Barnes retires to 'spend more time with family'

English official, 44, calls time on prestigious 18-year career in game

The Independent UK

Jac Morgan captains Wales as Leigh Halfpenny prepares for swansong against Barbarians

The encounter in Cardiff is a tribute to Wales’ record cap holder Alun Wyn Jones following his retirement from Test rugby in May

The Independent UK

Eddie Jones: Marcus Smith is a very good player – but he is not a full-back

The Harlequins wore the number 15 jersey during the World Cup in France.

The Independent UK

South Africa’s huge win over New Zealand shows they can win the Cricket World Cup

The Proteas have now won six of their seven matches after a 190-run victory in Pune

Newsroom.co.nz

Multi-talented Murray ready for England rematch

The last player to grab the ball in New Zealand's epic World Cup win against England last year is ready to do battle again against a Red Roses team out for revenge, Adam Julian writes.

The Independent UK

Welsh rugby still has deep-rooted issues that need to be sorted – Alun Wyn Jones

The 38-year-old announced his international retirement in May as the world’s most capped player with 170 appearances.

1 … 122 123 124 125

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.